Top Experiences in Loughcrew Cairns (Loughcrew Passage Tombs)

Michael Fox your Private Tour Guide is passionate about the ancient sites in the Boyne Valley and has been running websites on the area for over 20 years.

Embark on an incredible journey with this exclusive tour into the natural beauty and historical richness of Ireland’s Middle Kingdom– a perfect option if you're short on time.
You'll be picked up right from your hotel for a day filled with enjoyment and fun, guided by your own personal tour guide.
Leave the city hustle behind as you cruise through the landscapes of County Meath, also known as Ireland’s Middle Kingdom. Your knowledgeable guide will share fascinating stories, bringing the scenery to life.
Get ready to be amazed by megalithic Loughcrew Cairns, enjoy an exclusive experience of the local distillery and tasting tour, explore the ancient ruins at Fore, visit the largest Norman Castle in Trim or heritage town of Kells closely associated with the famous book of Kells.
And the best part – we're flexible! Your itinerary can adapt to your preferences, ensuring your valuable time is used wisely.
Join us for a day of exploration into the heart of Ireland's charm and history.

On your visit to Ireland make sure to visit its best kept secret, Loughcrew's Ancient Passage Tombs, on this small-group walking tour. These passage tombs are over 5,000 years old, predate Newgrange and located just one hour from Dublin. Your 1.5-hour tour will begin at Loughcrew Megalithic Centre in Oldcastle, where you will visit the traditional Irish home of Maggie Heaney. Next you will walk to the highest point in the Boyne Valley giving you spectacular views over Ireland's Ancient East. Learn why our stone age ancestors built these extraordinary structures, hear the legend of the Cailleach (Witch), sit on her throne and enter the chamber of passage tomb ''Cairn T''. See the path the rising sun takes on the mornings of the Equinox. To finish you will make your journey back to Loughcrew Megalithic Centre for a well-deserved coffee and a scone. 

Take off on a time-traveling journey through the Boyne Valley in Ireland, where mysterious vistas and a rich past await you.

First up is the Hill of Tara, home of Ireland's High Kings, which has a rich historical background and stunning panoramas that include the fabled Coronation Stone.

Proceed to Trim Castle, Ireland's largest Anglo-Norman castle, where its imposing walls and lush grounds bring mediaeval tales to life.

Following that, we go to Loughcrew, the location of Neolithic passage tombs with complete rock art covering the inside walls that date back more than 5,000 years.
After our visit, we will eat lunch at a restaurant.

The trip ends at Fore Abbey, the serene remains of a monastery Saint Fechin built in the seventh century that invite reflection amid the resiliency of history.

With stops at both holy hills and monastic ruins, this journey allows you to immerse yourself in the spirit of Celtic heritage and experience a piece of Ireland's rich history at every turn.